Most Pointer owners have probably run into the all-too-common problem of external parasites like fleas or ticks on their dogs. Many Pointers, especially dogs used for hunting, spend lots of time outdoors, so fleas and ticks might be more common on Pointers than some other dogs. But these pesky parasites might not be the only things using your Pointer as their source of food.
I’ve been showing Pointers in dog shows for 30-odd years, and I can honestly say that this breed definitely has some advantages over a lot of other breeds. Grooming is incredibly easy and these dogs really listen to my instructions. I don’t even need to worry about a Pointer getting into a squabble with one of the other dogs at a show – normally, Pointers just aren’t aggressive or territorial.
The last dog I had was a Golden Retriever. Beautiful dog, lovely personality, great with the kids, but boy, was she a real pain in the neck to groom. Just keeping her looking halfway decent took hours of brushing every week.
If you have a dog, there’s a good chance you’ve run into fleas, ticks or both. Fleas bite people in addition to “bugging” dogs, and flea bites can be itchy and irritating for both of you. What’s more, the little critters can get into your carpeting, bed linens and upholstered furniture.